Thomas Ellis
Brookville,IN
Summary
Dynamic jail commander with extensive experience at Fayette County Sheriff's Department, excelling in incident documentation and conflict resolution. Proven track record in enhancing facility safety and compliance, implementing effective emergency plans, and fostering strong community relations. Skilled in decision-making and maintaining order, ensuring a secure environment for staff and inmates alike.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Jail commander
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
Connersville, Indiana
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with Indiana jail regulations.
- Proven ability to plan, direct, and manage all operational and administrative aspects of a correctional facility, ensuring the safety and security of inmates, staff, and the public.
- Implemented emergency planning in the event the jail floods.
- Conducted disciplinary actions on staff, along with inmates.
- Oversaw the jail body cams, along with jail logs/incidents, to ensure everything is labeled and done correctly.
jail corporal
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
Connersville, Indiana
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Supervisor to first shift jail officers.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Arranged overtime coverage to ensure proper manpower at the facility.
- Enforced proper disciplinary actions on first-shift jail staff, along with inmates.
- Communicated with 2nd and 3rd shift Corporals to maintain orderliness among different shifts
Jail Officer
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
Connersville, Indiana
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for security compliance.
- Managed inmate transportation to court appearances and medical appointments.
- Documented incidents and maintained accurate logs for daily activities.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among inmates to promote a peaceful environment.
Education
GED -
GED HONORS(IVY Tech)
Indianapolis, IN05-2019
Taser x26p certifed -
Axon Acadmey
Jail officer certified -
ILEA
40 hour pre basic -
FCSD
Supervisor's essentials completion -
RDI
Skills
- Incident documentation
- Disciplinary procedures
- Shift coordination
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Firearms proficiency
- Mental resilience
- Conflict de-escalation
- Physical fitness
- Community relations
Timeline
Jail commander
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
01.2025 - Current
jail corporal
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
07.2023 - 01.2025
Jail Officer
Fayette County Sheriff's Department
01.2021 - 07.2023
GED -
GED HONORS(IVY Tech)
Taser x26p certifed -
Axon Acadmey
Jail officer certified -
ILEA
40 hour pre basic -
FCSD
Supervisor's essentials completion -
RDI
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